Comoros
Profiled in Moroni · East Africa
A volcanic archipelago between Mozambique and Madagascar, with an active volcano above the capital, Swahili-Arab stone towns and one of the world's least-visited beach coasts.
Cost of living
What a month costs
The franc is euro-pegged. Local food is cheap, but almost all manufactured goods are imported and inter-island transport is unreliable.
The scores
How it rates for a moving family
See and do
Top 10 in Moroni
- Old Friday MosqueMoroni's seafront mosque, dating from the fifteenth century.
- Medina of MoroniNarrow coral-stone alleys behind the port.
- Mount KarthalaActive shield volcano with a four-kilometre caldera.
- Mohéli Marine ParkThe country's first protected area, a turtle nesting site.
- Mutsamudu CitadelEighteenth-century fort on Anjouan.
- Lac SaléSaline crater lake on the north coast.
- Itsandra BeachSheltered bay just north of the capital.
- Ylang-ylang distilleriesThe islands supply much of the world's perfume essence.
Where to go
Weekend escapes
- Mount KarthalaOne of the world's largest active craters, above Moroni.
- MohéliThe smallest island, with turtle nesting and a marine park.
- AnjouanWaterfalls, spice plantations and the old town of Mutsamudu.
- Chomoni BeachBlack-and-white sand beach east of Moroni.
- Lac SaléCrater lake near Bangoi on Grande Comore.
Residency
Residence follows work or family. A former citizenship-by-investment arrangement with Gulf states was discontinued after a parliamentary inquiry, and no investor route operates today.
Tax
Personal rates reach 30% and the corporate rate is 35%, with 10% VAT. The franc is pegged to the euro. There is no wealth or inheritance tax.
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Frequently asked
How much does it cost to live in Comoros?
About $700 a month for one person and $1,600 for a family. A one-bedroom flat rents for around $350, and a casual meal costs about $5. The franc is euro-pegged. Local food is cheap, but almost all manufactured goods are imported and inter-island transport is unreliable.
Is Comoros safe, and what is healthcare like?
In our index safety scores 6 out of 10 and healthcare 2 out of 10, where 10 is best.
What language and currency are used in Comoros?
Comorian, Arabic and French. The currency is Comorian franc (KMF).
What is the capital of Comoros?
Moroni.
How can a foreigner get residency in Comoros?
Residence follows work or family. A former citizenship-by-investment arrangement with Gulf states was discontinued after a parliamentary inquiry, and no investor route operates today.
What taxes does Comoros charge?
Personal rates reach 30% and the corporate rate is 35%, with 10% VAT. The franc is pegged to the euro. There is no wealth or inheritance tax.